Senior Toowoomba-based barrister Robbie Davies has been appointed to the bench of the Dalby Magistrates Court to start the same day.

“These three new appointments bring a wealth of experience to the Magistrates Court,” Mrs D’Ath said.

Mrs D’Ath also announced the promotion of Townsville barrister Gregory Lynham to judge of the District Court.

“Mr Lynham has practised as a barrister in Townsville for the past 20 years, regularly appearing in the District and Supreme Courts, in murder, manslaughter, drug and complex fraud trials,” Mrs D’Ath said.

“He is regularly briefed by the Commonwealth DPP to prosecute complex matters on their behalf.

“And he is also a Judge Advocate and Defence Force Magistrate in the Australian Defence Force, presiding over court martials.”

Mrs D’Ath said Mr Lynham had been selected from a shortlist of suitable candidates recommended by the Judicial Appointments Advisory Panel chaired by retired judge, Hugh Botting.